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About Us

We believe every district is unique, and real change happens when strategies are tailored to the needs of their communities. Our mission is to close the gap between outdated solutions and the transformative outcomes students and educators deserve.

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Who We Are

At Education Elements, we believe the future of K-12 education lies in embracing the unique needs of every district. Traditional, one-size-fits-all approaches have failed to deliver meaningful results, leaving educators struggling to address the challenges of the “Age of Local.” That’s why we’ve reimagined K-12 change management to close the Localization Gap—the disconnect between the customized strategies districts need and the outdated solutions they’ve been given.

Our approach is built on three key principles: it’s human-centered, holistic, and evidence-based. We start by deeply understanding your district's unique context, then craft tailored strategies and action plans that overcome barriers and deliver measurable results. With over a decade of experience in 5,700+ schools, we’ve helped districts achieve transformational outcomes like sustained academic growth and increased student engagement.

At our core, we are committed to empowering district leaders with the tools, strategies, and support they need to drive lasting change. By aligning every initiative with the unique needs of the communities we serve, we ensure every student has the opportunity to reach their full potential. Together, we’re shaping the future of K-12 education—because real change happens when it’s made local.

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Meet our executive team

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Ty Field

Chief Executive Officer

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Nick Sharma

Chief Operation Officer
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Ruth Siporin

Chief Financial Officer

Sharon Norris

Sharon Norris

Chief People Officer

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Michael Leshner

Chief Revenue Officer 

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Leila Nuland, PhD

SVP & GM, Professional Education Services

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Kevin Woodman

SVP & GM, Curriculum Services

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Marc Steinberg

Chief Technology Officer
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Mort Sherman

Executive Advisor 
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Sarena Shivers

Executive Advisor 

Our Core Values

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Impact

We drive systemic change in school districts.

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Innovation

We push for better ways to serve our members, our colleagues, and our company. We celebrate change and are accepting of learning from failure.

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Collaboration

We believe in a strengths-based culture that takes advantage of each colleague's unique expertise and experiences to achieve results.

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Growth

We are committed to expanding our reach in the K-12 market while developing our people.

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Authenticity 

We are critical thought partners, bringing perspective, and joy to our clients and colleagues.


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